Though Rocky is a former member of ASTRO, the idol is still gaining enough love on his own. After leaving the group and Fantagio, what's he up to nowadays?
If you want to learn more about Rocky's current status, then read on!
Rocky's History with ASTRO, Departure, More!
Park Min Hyuk, also widely known as Rocky, is a former member of ASTRO.
In 2010, Rocky made it on the audition round for South Korea's adaptation of musical "Billy Elliot" and in the same year, he ended up on Fantagio to become a trainee.
Rocky made his debut as a member of ASTRO on February 23, 2016. Apart from his association with the group, Rocky has also appeared in numerous dance programs, since he's known for his incredible talent in dancing.
Since then, ASTRO established themselves as one of the best third-gen K-pop groups. The six-membered act has released numerous hits such as "Hide & Seek," "Breathless," "Confession," "Again," "Baby," "Crazy Sexy Cool," "Candy Sugar Pop," and many more.
Rocky has also debuted together with leader JinJin in a duo sub-unit. ASTRO JinJin & Rocky made their debut on January 17, 2022, with their first mini album "Restore" and title track "Just Breath." However, the duo would then inevitably disband after Rocky departed from ASTRO.
On February 28, agency Fantagio officially announced that Rocky would be parting from the group and the company after his exclusive contract had expired. The decision was ultimately made after a discussion with Rocky.
"Rocky has been an ASTRO member with our agency for the past seven years, and he will now end his chapter with the group and Fantagio."
After he left ASTRO and Fantagio, there was a period of silence regarding the idol. However, on April 19, his former bandmate Moonbin sadly passed away, causing fans, loved ones, and all ASTRO members including Rocky to undergo mourning.
On May 31, fans spotted heartwarming pictures of the ASTRO members taking care of Moonbin's younger sister Billlie Moon Sua. The photos featured Sua, Cha Eun Woo, Sanha, and Rocky enjoying their time together at a theatre to watch JinJin's musical performance.
sua went to watch jinjin's musical today with eunwoo, sanha and rocky!!
— thinking about moon siblings (@dalsthinker) May 31, 2023
thank you @offclastro for taking care of my baby 🥺 (c) ging224 pic.twitter.com/MBnNIRuQr7
Where is Rocky Now? Here's What We Know
On October 26, Rocky has reportedly established his own agency and will be making his debut in November with a solo album. According to sources, the company is named One Fine Day Entertainment.
According to One Fine Day Entertainment (CEO Park Minhyuk) on october 26, Rocky will continue his career as a CEO and solo artist. the company's name means the hope that every day will be a beautiful day 🥹
— Luli🦦🍀 (@lulilulalula) October 26, 2023
🖇️ https://t.co/SnBzCszwGg pic.twitter.com/0haSj4TGQL
"Rocky is the founder of One Fine Day Entertainment, which he established in August. He will resume his singing career as the company's artist and its CEO."
- One Fine Day Entertainment
Are you looking forward to Rocky's future endeavors? What kind of music genre will he take on as a soloist? Let us know in the comments below!
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